Description

Follicle stimulating hormone is a synthetic form of the naturally occuring hormone in the body. It is used along with other medicines to treat infertility in women and men.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Foligem 150 IU Injection

Severe stomach achesevere

Bloatingsevere

Diarrheasevere

Severe nausea or vomitingsevere

Pelvic painsevere

Rapid weight gainsevere

Heavy vaginal bleedingsevererare

Unusual tiredness and weakness

Increased blood pressure

Depressed mood

Feverrare

Severe skin allergysevererare

SEVERE

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

RARE

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Foligem 150 IU Injection

Onset of action

The effect of this medicine is cumulative and can be observed when ovulation happens.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts until the end of the ovulation cycle.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

N/A

Usage in pregnancy?

Use of this medicine is not recommended for women who are pregnant as the risk of birth defects and abnormalities in the newborn is very high. Consult your doctor regarding the risks associated with the use of this medicine during pregnancy.

Usage while breast-feeding?

Use of this medicine by women who are breastfeeding is not recommended. If it becomes absolutely necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued. Consult your doctor regarding the risks associated with use while nursing an infant.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Foligem 150 IU Injection

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Foligem 150 IU Injection, and hence can be used as its substitute.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Foligem 150 IU Injection

Female infertility

This medicine is used for the treatment of infertility in women who are not able to ovulate, but no ovarian failure is detected. It may happen due to other diseases affecting the normal ovulation process.

Assisted reproductive technique

This medicine is used in combination with others to stimulate the production of multiple ovum which can be used for In vitro fertilization.

Male infertility

This medicine is also used in to treat male fertility by promoting the production of sperm cells.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Foligem 150 IU Injection

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to it or any other Gonadotropin hormonal preparations.

Primary ovarian failure

This medicine is not recommended for use in women who are not able to produce eggs due to ovarian failure. This is indicated by high level of follicle stimulating hormone in the body.

Hormonal disorders

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have hormonal disorder due to abnormal secretions from thyroid, adrenal glands or the pituitary.

Tumor

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have a tumor of the reproductive organs due to caused due to high levels of sex hormones. It should not be used for patients who have a tumor of the pituitary gland or the hypothalamus.

Abnormal uterine bleeding

This medicine is not recommended for patients who have an abnormal uterine bleeding and the cause is undetermined.

Ovarian cysts

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have an ovarian cyst or enlargement which is of unknown origin and is not due to Polycystic ovary syndrome.

Primary testicular failure

This medicine is not recommended for treating infertility in men who are not able to produce sperm cells due to testicular failure.

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Dosage

Missed Dose

Contact your doctor for further instructions if you have missed a scheduled dose of this medicine.

Overdose

Contact your doctor if an overdose with this medicine is suspected.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

- Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Ganirelixmoderate

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Foligem 150 IU Injection as instructed by the doctor. It is normally administered in the injection form given under the skin or muscle. It is advised to take this medicine under the supervision of your doctor or a trained healthcare professional.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

- Use of this medicine is not recommended for women who are pregnant as the risk of birth defects and abnormalities in the newborn is very high. Consult your doctor regarding the risks associated with the use of this medicine during pregnancy.

Breast-feeding

- Use of this medicine by women who are breastfeeding is not recommended. If it becomes absolutely necessary to use this medicine, then breastfeeding should be discontinued. Consult your doctor regarding the risks associated with use while nursing an infant.

General warnings

Hormone level determination

- This medicine should be administered only after the requisite tests are completed to determine the safety of use.

Allergic skin reactions

- Use of this medicine has been associated with severe allergic reactions in a few patients. Discontinue the use and report the instance of an allergic reaction to the doctor immediately.

Enlargement of ovaries

- Use of this medicine has been associated with Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome as well as uncomplicated ovarian enlargement. Dosing should be properly optimized to ensure that these unwanted effects do not occur.

Blood clots

- Use of this medicine can cause blood clots and blockage of airways and other associated complications. Report the incidence of any disease related to heart, blood vessels, or lungs to the doctor.

Ectopic pregnancy

- This medicine can cause fertilization of the egg outside the uterus in women being treated for infertility. This may increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, premature labor etc. Consult your doctor about these risks before starting the medication.

Multiple pregnancy

- This medicine can cause multiple pregnancy which is high risk and the risk of severe complications are very high for the mother and the baby. Consult your doctor about these risks before starting the medication.

Uterine cancer

- Use of this medicine may increase the risk of developing uterine cancer. Consult your doctor about these risks before starting the medication. Report any instance of abnormal vaginal bleeding while taking this medicine to the doctor on priority.

Congenital abnormalities

- Use of this medicine for assisted reproductive technique has been linked to genetic abnormalities of the newborn. You should ensure that the procedure is done under the supervision of a specialist having thorough experience in treating fertility disorders.

Other details

Food timings: Information not available

Administration time: Information not available

Sleep inducing: Information not available

How it works

This medicine contains a highly purified form of follicle stimulating hormone and induces the growth and development of eggs produced in the ovaries. It also promotes the production of sperm in males.

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